2007 Volkswagen Pickup vs. 2010 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2010 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volkswagen Pickup would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Yaris (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 154 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Toyota Yaris (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Pickup | 2010 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Volkswagen | Toyota |
Model | Pickup | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1689 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |